Sweet Potato Burger

These Sweet Potato Burgers are a delightful vegan twist on the classic Greek flavors, featuring creamy tahini and fresh herbs. Served on a warm pita, they are both hearty and refreshing, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Sweet potato - 200 grams, peeled and cubed
• Chickpeas - 1 cup, rinsed and drained
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Oats - 1/2 cup, ground into flour
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon, for cooking
• Whole wheat pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons, for serving
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon, for serving
• Fresh cucumber - 1/2, sliced, for serving
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced, for serving

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Boil the sweet potato cubes in a pot of water for about 10-15 minutes until tender, then drain and let cool.
3. In a large bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes and chickpeas together using a fork or potato masher.
4. Add the chopped red onion, minced garlic, parsley, dill, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well to combine.
5. Gradually add the ground oats, mixing until the mixture holds together. If too wet, add more oats until it’s manageable.
6. Form the mixture into two patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the patties and bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
8. While the patties are baking, prepare the pita by warming it in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes on each side.
9. To serve, spread tahini on each pita, place a sweet potato burger on top, and add slices of cucumber and tomato. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from sweet potatoes, promoting immune health.
• High in fiber from chickpeas and oats, supporting digestive health.

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